Enjoy 4-seasons of outdoor rec and comfortable living in this accommodating chalet nestled into 10.9 private acres with 690 feet of water frontage on the Carrabassett River adjacent to the iconic Wire Bridge. Outdoor enthusiasts will not be disappointed with easy access to snow mobile trails, fishing, hunting and skiing. This property could be the perfect vacation get-a-way, or full-time residence for those who appreciate simplicity and nature. This 2005 home is easy to heat with direct vent propane heating system, back up electric heat and a new wood stove. Single floor living with convenient loft to service as a second bedroom, office, or guest area. The full basement adds useful space for a workshop, storage, and laundry facilities. Shed by road adds covered storage for mowers, 4-wheelers/snow mobiles, etc. Only 30 minutes to Sugarloaf parking lot and Kingfield is 6 miles up the road for easy access to groceries, hardware, and services. A professional boundary survey of the property is available and an additional abutting 6.4 acres with 250 feet of river frontage is available for an additional $75,000. Additional lot may have partial views of the wire bridge. Broker owned.
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal
Structure Type: Post & Beam
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 650
Building Area Source: Measured
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2005
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 650
Green Energy Efficient: Dehumidifier
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $474,804
Lot Size (Acres): 10.9
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Partial Shore-Land
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Carrabassett
Water Body Type: River
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,472
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 160 River Road, New Portland, ME 04961
Directions: * * Not GPS Friendly * * North on Route 27 from Farmington, right onto Rte 146 (River Rd). Travel . 8 miles and look for shed and driveway on left. Driveway is after West New Portland Cemetery. There is no real estate sign and house cannot be seen from roa
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 624
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: —
County: Somerset County
APN: 543467
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Carrabec Community School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 9.6mi
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Carrabec High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.0mi
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Estimated sale price
$377,000 – $456,000
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